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Indian Express
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Punjab Shahi Imam, Muslims wear black bands during Friday namaz: ‘Time to give strong response to enemy'
Muslims, under the leadership of Punjab's Shahi Imam and national president of Majlis Ahrar Islam Hind Maulana Muhammad Usman Rahmani Ludhianvi, offered Jumma Namaz at the historic Jama Masjid of Ludhiana on Friday, wearing black bands, in condemnation of the Pahalgam terrorist attack. On this occasion, the Shahi Imam said that no amount of condemnation is enough for such a heinous attack, as it has wounded millions of hearts. He further stated that even after 75 years, it is increasingly felt that the Partition of the country was a grave mistake, and the consequences of that mistake are still being borne by the nation. He added that the neighboring country has become a festering wound that must be dealt with. 'This is not a time to be passive—it is a time to unite and give a strong response to the enemy,' he said. The Shahi Imam also pointed out that while the entire country is standing united against terrorism and Pakistan in the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack, it is unfortunate that some mischievous elements in the country are targeting minorities. He said, 'It is wrong to condemn or oppress anyone on the basis of religion by members of the majority community.' He called for a strict stance against those who are trying to create unrest within the country during these difficult times, so that the nation can present a united front against the enemy. Shahi Imam thanks Punjab Police for protection of Kashmiri students Following the Pahalgam attack, Shahi Imam Maulana Muhammad Usman Rahmani Ludhianvi expressed his gratitude to Punjab Police for ensuring the safety of Kashmiri students studying in various colleges and universities across the state. 'It is worth mentioning that there were some reports of mischievous elements trying to harass a few students in Kharar and Dera Bassi. Upon receiving these complaints, I contacted Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav, ADGP A S Rai, and ADGP Praveen Kumar officers promptly increased police vigilance across Punjab, reassuring that students from outside the state are safe and secure in Punjab,' he added.
Indian Express
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Those responsible for Pahalgam terror attack should be ‘publicly hanged': Shahi Imam of Punjab
Maulana Muhammad Usman Rahmani Ludhianvi, the Shahi Imam of Punjab, strongly condemned Tuesday's terrorist attack on tourists in Kashmir's Pahalgam, calling it a 'shameful act against humanity'. A protest was also held on Wednesday outside the historic Jama Masjid in Ludhiana in solidarity with the victims of the attack. The Shahi Imam said, 'Killing innocent people after asking their religion is an act of cowardice. He emphasised that the Holy Quran clearly states that killing even a single innocent person is equivalent to killing all of humanity. Those who claim to be Muslims and commit such terrorist acts can never be followers of Islam.' He added, 'This is not only a conspiracy to spread hatred between Muslims and Hindus across the country but also a heinous crime against unarmed tourists for which the culprits must be punished.' The Shahi Imam demanded that the perpetrators 'should not only be investigated but also publicly hanged.' Ludhianvi urged people to remain united as terrorism aims to break the unity and integrity of the nation. He said it was unfortunate that Pakistan has failed to become a good neighbour since its inception. He blamed it for continuously conspiring against India, noting that Pakistan is now suffering in a 'fire of hatred'. The Shahi Imam called on the Indian government to respond strongly to the attack and provide compensation of Rs 1 crore each to the families of those killed in the terrorist attack. He also demanded a thorough investigation to expose the conspiracy so that the atmosphere of harmony in Kashmir can be restored. 'Terrorism has no religion, and in such sensitive times, instead of engaging in politics, everyone should come together to fight the enemy and share the pain of the victims,' he said.
